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NIH Grant Supports Study of Piezoelectric Technology for Peri-Implantitis

The grant will support evaluation of Oral Biolife’s piezoelectric technology beyond its current development for periodontal bone regeneration.

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  • September 10, 2026

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NIH Grant Supports Study of Piezoelectric Technology for Peri-Implantitis

  • Geelsu Hwang, PhD

    Associate Professor, Division of Restorative Dentistry

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    University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine

    The lack of a good seal between the implant structure and the surrounding gum, compared to a natural tooth, means that the risk of peri-implant disease is quite high.

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  • Albert Kim, PhD

    Associate Professor, Department of Medical Engineering

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    University of South Florida

    This approach aims to strengthen the gingival tissue, extending the lifespan of implants and reduce failure risks, which can be especially severe during the first year.

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  • Santiago Orrego, PhD

    Associate Professor and Director, Smart Biomaterials Research Laboratory

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    Temple University, Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry

    What makes this gel especially innovative is its novel piezoelectric approach, which harnesses gentle mechanical forces already present in the oral environment to generate localized stimulation within diseased tissue.

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NIH Grant Supports Study of Piezoelectric Technology for Peri-Implantitis

  • by News Staff

  • September 10, 2026

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